Occupational Safety and Health

The Office of Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) provides onsite consultation services to private-sector employers in the District of Columbia. OSH assists employers in establishing and maintaining a safety and health management program that ensures, to the maximum extent possible, a safe, healthful work environment for employees.

The following free services are available:

Voluntary safety and health consultation visits, including training and program assistance

Worksite surveys in accordance with US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards

Technical and educational assistance/training to employees and employers, in an effort to promote safety and health standards on the job

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